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Desktop Set
Kids love to find recycled items and discover odd bits and pieces to use in making these desktop accessories.
PAPERCLIP CONTAINER
What you need:
- an empty box - metal, paper, or plastic; Band-Aid boxes work well
- water-based acrylic or tempera paints
- paint brushes
- white glue
- glitter, sequins, tiny buttons
What you do:
- Paint the box all over. Let dry.
- Paint a second coat if needed.
- One by one, glue decorations onto the container. Let dry.
PEN AND PENCIL HOLDER
What you need:
- an empty frozen-juice can
- colored construction paper
- waterproof marking pens
- white glue
- cellophane tape
- glitter, sequins, tiny buttons
What you do:
- Cut construction paper to cover can.
- Glue construction paper smoothly onto can and tape ends inside the cylinder. Let dry.
- Make designs with marking pens.
- One by one, glue decorations onto the container. Let dry.
CUSTOM TISSUE BOX
What you need:
- a wicker or plastic cover for a box of tissues
- white glue
- seashells, pebbles, buttons, bits of discarded jewelry
- small macaroni shapes dyed in food coloring
What you do:
- Make sure your work surface is clean and dry.
- Glue decorations onto the box. Let dry.
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